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Welcome to the News Archives. This section contains the same information that we post to the News page. The difference being, the news page will only have the most current information, while this page will contain all news posts.

Note: Since information is dated, some links may not be active
UPDATED 3/8/10: March IDPA Match Results
The Match results for Monday, March 8th are posted and can be viewed HERE.

Please note the updated match fees 2010.
UPDATED 2/24/10: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday March 20, 2010. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 2/8/10: February IDPA Match Results
We were able to run people through much faster tonight with the new format, yet still able to offer 4 stages of fire. We hope you enjoyed the match. The Match results for Monday, February 8th are posted and can be viewed HERE.

Please note the updated match fees 2010.
UPDATED 1/11/10: January IDPA Match Results
The Match results for Monday, January 11th are posted and can be viewed HERE.

Please note the updated match fees 2010.
UPDATED 1/6/10: Winter 2010 GSSF Match Dates Posted.
The match dates for RAF's GSSF Winter series match are posted above. We will be following the GSSF Indoor rules. You must be a GSSF member to shoot the match. You will be able to join GSSF at the match. The cost is $15 per shoot. More information about GSSF can be found on our GSSF Page in the events section.
UPDATED 12/14/09: December IDPA Match Results
The Match results for Monday, December 14th are posted and can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 12/9/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday January 9, 2010. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 12/10/09: Ready Aim Fire Holiday Party, Sunday December 20th from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
Please join us for our annual holiday party on Sunday December 20th, from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. In addition to food and soft drinks, we will also be having a Pole Shoot, where teams of two shoot a 4x4 until they cut it in half. We regret to announce we will not be having a bowling pin shoot this year. For rules and info on the Pole Shoot, visit the Fun Shoots section of our web site.
UPDATED 11/9/09: November IDPA Match Results
The Match results for Monday, November 9th are posted and can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 10/12/09: October IDPA Match Results
The Match results for Monday, October 12th are posted and can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 9/30/09: Pocket Pals Snubnose Revolvers for Self Defense Training Class
DSI will be holding a "Pocket Pals Snubnose Revolvers for Self Defense Training Class" on November 14 from 9:00am to 5:00pm. This class is highly recommended for men and women who possess or who are considering purchasing snubnose revolvers for self defense. Click here for more information.
UPDATED 9/9/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday October 10th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 8/27/09: ACT 235 CERTIFICATION AVAILABLE AT READY AIM FIRE!!
Ready Aim Fire is now a Pennsylvania State certified Lethal Weapons Training School under the corporation name of J and D McGinty. We are now offering ACT 235 certification and recertification training classes. Please carefully review the ACT 235 pages in our training section to learn about ACT 235, how to get started and current class schedule. Act fast, as seating is limited.
UPDATED 8/7/09: AUGUST IDPA CANCELLED
We regretfully have to cancel this months IDPA Match due to a conflict in Team RAF's match schedule.
UPDATED 7/22/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday September 12th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 7/13/09: IDPA Match Results for July 13, 2009
Match Results for the July IDPA Match can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that helped out.
UPDATED 7/7/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday July 18. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 7/7/09: NRA Basic Pistol Certification class Saturday July 25:
DSI will be hosting an NRA Basic Pistol Certification class Saturday July 25, start time 9:00 AM. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 6/24/09: Team RAF Dominates at the PA State IDPA Championship
Team RAF dominated the PA State IDPA Championship this past weekend. Dave Olhasso was the overall winner of the match taking awards for SSP Division Champion and High Industry. Misfortune would have Team RAF shooter James McGinty begin the match with a 20 second penalty as malfunctioning equipment led to a failure at equipment check. James overcame to win ESP Division Champion and High Junior. Bucky Pollard took fourth overall in the CDP division with awards for First Place Expert. Congratulations to all. A special thanks to all those that worked hard to put on a great match in less than ideal weather conditions.
Match results can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 6/24/09: PDS and Dr. Wigginton's Defensive Knife Class at RAF on June 20th
PDS and Dr. Wigginton will be hosting a Defensive Knife Class at RAF on Saturday July 11th. Class will run from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Class fee is $150. For more information or to sign up Click Here.
UPDATED 6/11/09: NRA First Steps Pistol Saturday June 27 9:00AM to 1:00PM:
DSI will be hosting an NRA First Steps Pistol class on Saturday June 27th from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 6/5/09: DEFENSIVE KNIFE CLASS CANCELLED
The defensive knife class originally scheduled for June 20th has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience.
UPDATED 6/1/09: JUNE IDPA CANCELLED
Regretfully, the June IDPA Match has been cancelled due to a scheduling conflict. We hope to see you in July.
UPDATED 5/27/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday June 13th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 5/15/09: IDPA Match Results for May 11, 2009
Match Results for the May IDPA Match can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that helped out.
UPDATED 5/6/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday May 16th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 5/6/09: PDS and Dr. Wigginton's Defensive Knife Class at RAF on June 20th
PDS and Dr. Wigginton's will be hosting a Defensive Knife Class at RAF on Saturday June 20th. Class will run from 9:00am to 6:00pm. For more information or to sign up Click Here.
UPDATED 4/30/09: GSSF PRIZE WINNERS POSTED!!
CLICK HERE to see if you are a winner.
Congratulations to all winners.
NOTE: WINNERS HAVE 30 DAYS TO PICK UP THEIR PRIZES.
UPDATED 4/29/09: Team RAF DOMINATES 2009 PSA Shootout!!
Early Preliminary results for the PSA Shootout show Team RAF winning 3 out of the 4 divisions, as well as winning one of the side matches. Team RAF shooter James McGinty shot the best time of the match, winning Open Auto division with a time of 96.47 seconds. Team RAF shooter Dave Olhasso came in second place with a time of 102.08. James also won the Centerfire Handgun side match. In addition to placing second in Open Auto, Dave won BOTH Open Revolver and Stock Revolver divisions. He also placed 3rd place in the Stock Auto division. That's a whole lot of shooting in one weekend! The preliminary results are posted on the PSA Shootout web site.
UPDATED 4/22/09: GSSF Winter Series final scores posted.
The final scores for our GSSF winter series has been posted HERE.
UPDATED 4/18/09: Preliminary GSSF Scores Updated.
The preliminary scores for RAF's Winter GSSF Series have been updated as of 4/18/2009. Due to a scheduling error, some arrived early to shoot the 4/22 match. Scores can be viewed HERE.
The next GSSF Match will be held on Wednesday April 22nd.
UPDATED 4/13/09: IDPA Match Results for April 13, 2009
Match Results for the April IDPA Match can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that helped out.
UPDATED 4/8/09: NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS SAT. APRIL 11, 2009 9:30AM
DSI will be hosting an NRA Basic Pistol course on Saturday April 11th at 9:30AM. For more information on how to register, visit the DSI Training section.
UPDATED 3/25/09: Preliminary GSSF Scores Posted.
The preliminary scores for RAF's Winter GSSF Series have been posted. Scores can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 4/8/09: NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS SAT. MARCH 28, 2009 9:30AM
DSI will be hosting an NRA Basic Pistol course on Saturday April 11th at 9:30AM. For more information on how to register, visit the DSI Training section.
UPDATED 3/25/09: Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida & Virginia Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday April 25th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 3/9/09: NRA BASIC PISTOL CLASS SAT. MARCH 28, 2009 10:00
DSI will be hosting a Basic Pistol course on Saturday March 28th at 10:00. For more information on how to register, visit the DSI Training section.
UPDATED 3/9/09: IDPA Match Results for March 9, 2009
Match Results for the March IDPA Match can be viewed HERE. The match was a little tougher than usual and showed skills that Team RAF has encounted at both state and national events. We hope you enjoyed the match.
UPDATED 2/25/09: Team Ready Aim Fire wins big at the 2009 IDPA Indoor Nationals
Team RAF Shooter Dave Olhasso wins his 4th consecutive CDP National Championship title at the IDPA Indoor National Championship hosted by Smith and Wesson February 19-21. James McGinty took home another High Junior win, placing 2nd Master in ESP. Results for the match can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 2/25/09: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
We will be hosting a Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class on Saturday March 14th. Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 2/9/09: IDPA Match Results 2/9/2009
The Match results for Monday, February 9th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 1/12/09: IDPA Match Results 1/12/2009
The Match results for Monday, January 12th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 12/31/08: NRA First Steps Pistol Class Saturday January 17, 2009
DSI is offering an NRA First Steps Pistol Class on Saturday January 17, 2009. The class will run from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. For more details, cost, and registration information, visit the DSI Training section.
UPDATED 12/21/08: RAF Holiday Party Pin and Pole Shoot.
Ready Aim Fire wishes to thank all of those that came to our holiday party on Sunday, December 21. Congratulations to Steve for winning the pin shoot, and Dave and Tony for winning the pole shoot. The results for the pin shoot can be viewed HERE. Ready Aim Fire wishes everyone a safe and happy holiday season.
UPDATED 12/15/08: Reality-Based Defensive Handgun Survival Skills -- Saturday March 21, 2009
On Saturday March 21, 2009, Personal Defense Solutions will be holding a Reality-Based Defensive Handgun Survival Skills class, taught by Dr. Richard L Wigginton. The class will run from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Class fee is $250 and is limited to 12 students, so pre-register early by contacting Dr. Bruce Eimer at Personal Defense Solutions by phone (215-938-7283) or email: dr.eimer@personaldefensesolutions.net.
Visit our Training Section for more details about the class.
UPDATED 12/08/08: IDPA Match Results 12/08/2008
The Match results for Monday, December 8th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 11/30/08: RAF Holiday Party Monday December 21.
Ready Aim Fire will be holding its annual holiday party on Monday December 21, 2008 from 5:00pm to 10:00pm. We will be featuring a Pole Shoot, Bowling Pin shoot, food and fun. The cost is $20 per person. For more information on the pole and bowling pin shoot, visit our Funshoot Page in the Events section.
UPDATED 11/30/08: Winter 2009 GSSF Match Dates Posted.
The match dates for RAF's GSSF Winter series match are posted above. We will be following the GSSF Indoor rules. You must be a GSSF member to shoot the match. You will be able to join GSSF at the match. The cost is $15 per shoot. More information about GSSF can be found on our GSSF Page in the events section.
UPDATED 11/10/08: IDPA Match Results 11/10/2008
The Match results for Monday, November 10th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 10/29/08: NRA Basic Pistol Certification Class:
Note Change in Date!!

NRA Basic Pistol Certification class Sunday November 9. from 9:30 to 5:30. Contact Dr. Rick Wigginton to reserve a spot.
PH: 267-738-4901
E-MAIL: RLWDSI@AOL.COM

Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 10/22/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
Two new class dates have been posted above (11/22/08 and 12/20/08). Classes run from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 10/13/08: IDPA Match Results 10/13/2008
The Match results for Monday, October 13 are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 10/10/08: Dave Olhasso wins 3rd consecutive IDPA National Title:
Dave Olhasso won the IDPA National Championship in the Custom Defense Pistol division (CDP) at this year's IDPA National Championship held at Guthsville Rod and Gun club near Allentown, Pennsylvania. This is Dave's third consecutive title, having won last year's title as well as the S&W Indoor National Championship earlier this year.

James McGinty won First Place Master in the Enhanced Service Pistol division (ESP) and High Junior. Bucky Pollard was Fourth Place Master in the Stock Service Pistol (SSP) division. Joe McGinty, RAF CEO and Team captain, took time away from work and family to help out the match. Special thanks to Ted and Melissa Murphy for running the show, as well as Joe and the rest of the staff for providing such an outstanding experience for all.


Match results can be viewed HERE. Visit the TEAM RAF section to see pictures from the awards ceremony.
UPDATED 9/15/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
The next class will be held Saturday, October 18, 2008 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 9/8/08: IDPA Match Results 9/8/2008
The Match results for Monday, September 8 are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 9/3/08: CCW / License to Carry Defensive Handgun Class:
Defense Science Institue will be holding a CCW / License to Carry Defensive Handgun class on Saturday September 27th between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. There are only a few seats left. Contact Dr. Rick Wigginton to request a seat. For more information visit our training section.
UPDATED 8/11/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
The next class will be held Saturday, September 13, 2008 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 8/11/08: IDPA Match Results 8/11/2008
The Match results for Monday, August 11th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 8/6/08: Team RAF Wins at the 2008 Virginia Regional Steel Shoot.
Team RAF shooter Dave Olhasso took two division wins at the 2008 Virginia Regional Steel Shoot. He won the Iron Sight revolver division, and the SSP / Prod division. The SSP / Prod division is an autoloader division where close to stock double action semi-automatic guns can compete. The gun must be meet the rules for either IDPA SSP or IPSC/USPSA Production divisions. Dave used the new Smith and Wesson M&P Pro in 9mm to win the division. RAF Shooter James McGinty took second place in both the Open and Limited pistol divisions. Congratulations Dave and James!

Results for the match can be viewed here: HERE.
UPDATED 7/14/08: Team RAF takes major wins at the PA Summer Blast.
Team RAF shooter James McGinty won high overall and high junior in Open Division at the 2008 USPSA PA Summer blast. David Olhasso won high over all in the Limited-10 Division.

Non USPSA Members can view the results of the match HERE.
UPDATED 7/14/08: IDPA Match Results 7/14/2008
The Match results for Monday, July 14 are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 6/11/08: IDPA Match Results 6/9/2008
The Match results for Monday, June 9th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 5/28/08: Team RAF Takes on the USPSA Area 8
Team RAF shooter Dave Olhasso won the overall Limited-10 Division at the 2008 USPSA Area 8 Championship. James McGinty won both High Open B Class and High Open Junior. Bucky Pollard won High Production A Class.

Non USPSA Members can view the results of the match HERE.
UPDATED 5/21/08: Team RAF Victories at the 2008 Pennsylvania State IDPA Match.
Team RAF wins 2 divisions at the PA State IDPA Match. James McGinty is the division champion in CDP (Custom Defense Pistol) and Dave Olhasso is the division champion in ESP (Enhanced Service Pistol). James also takes awards for High Junior and High Industry. Bucky Pollard takes awards for 3rd place Master SSP (Stock Service Pistol).

Results for this match can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 5/12/08: IDPA Match Results 5/12/2008
The Match results for Monday, May 12th are posted and can be viewed HERE. Thanks to all that attended and a special thanks to all that helped out!!
UPDATED 5/5/08: NRA Basic Pistol Course, May 10th.
Defense Science Institute will be hosting an NRA Basic Pistol Course, on Saturday May 10th at 10:00 AM. Visit the DSI training section for details including cost and contact information.
UPDATED 5/4/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
The next class will be held Saturday, June 7, 2008 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 4/27/08: Team RAF Finishes Strong at the 2008 New Jersey State IDPA Match.
Team RAF shooter James McGinty swept the 2008 New Jersey State IDPA match finishing high overall for the match with titles as ESP Division Champion and High Junior. Bucky Pollard finished 3rd overall, with honors of First Place SSP Master. Congratulations Team RAF!

Results for this match are in Adobe Acrobat format and can be viewed HERE.
UPDATED 4/14/2008: IDPA Match Results, Monday April 14.
We hope you enjoyed the match. Match results can be found HERE. NOTE: IDPA info, results and stage designs can now be found in our Events section of the web site under the IDPA Tab. (Previously IDPA had it's own section). This new section has been expanded to include our GSSF matches, as well as our "Fun Shoots", which include bowling pin and stake shoots.
UPDATED 4/13/08: ENTIRE SITE!!
The Ready Aim Fire Web site has been redone. Tab-like navigation and the addition of a Site Map should make browsing our site easier. We've added additional content too, as well as new pictures of our remodled store front. If you notice any issues, misspelling, etc, please notify the Webmaster.
Thank you for visiting.
UPDATED 4/13/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
The next class will be held Saturday, May 3, 2008 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
UPDATED 3/21/08: Final Scores - Winter GSSF Indoor Series at Ready Aim Fire.
Ready Aim Fire just concluded its GSSF 3-Match series on the following dates:
  • January 16, 2008
  • February 20, 2008
  • March 19, 2008

  • Final results can be found HERE.
    Prize winners will be posted shortly.

    To learn more about GSSF, visit www.gssfonline.com
    UPDATED 3/11/2008: IDPA Match Results, Monday March 10.
    Match results can be found HERE.
    UPDATED 2/25/08: Team RAF takes 4 wins at the Smith and Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals!
    The Ready Aim Fire shooting team had great success at this years Smith and Wesson IDPA Indoor Nationals, held February 21 through February 23 at the Smith and Wesson Academy in Springfield Massachusetts.
  • Dave Olhasso - Custom Defense Pistol Indoor National Champion.
  • James McGinty - Custom Defense Pistol First Place Expert and Overall Junior Champion
  • (Bucky) Myron Pollard - Enhanced Service Pistol First Place Expert

  • To see pictures from the awards ceremony Click HERE.
    UPDATED 2/8/08: Florida Non-Resident Concealed Firearms Permit Class:
    The next class will be held Saturday, March 29, 2008 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Visit our training section for details.
    UPDATED 12/23/07: DSI LICENSE TO CARRY FIREARMS/CCW DEFENSIVE HANDGUN classes January 12 and 13.
    Dr. Rick Wigginton will be on site Saturday January 12 and Sunday January 13 to teach LICENSE TO CARRY FIREARMS/CCW DEFENSIVE HANDGUN class. Preregistration is required.
    Click here for more details and contact information regarding this class.
    UPDATED 10/08/07: RAF Shooter Dave Olhasso is a 2007 IDPA National Champion
    Ready Aim Fire is proud to announce that Team Ready Aim Fire shooter Dave Olhasso has won the CDP division title at the 2007 IDPA National Championship. Congratulations DAVE!!
    UPDATED 9/20/07: GSSF Match Results.
    The final match results for the GSSF matches held Monday July 16th, Monday August 20th, and Monday September 17th can be found HERE..
    Click here to see if you were one of our many prize winners!
    To learn more about GSSF, visit www.gssfonline.com
    UPDATED 06/23/07: Gun Rental Section Update
    We've update the gun rental section. Notable additions include the new Beretta 90Two 9mm, the Springfield XD Sub Compact 9mm, and the new Smith and Wesson M&P Sub Compact in 9mm. Click HERE to see all RAF rental guns.